Packard Foundation - California Communities Initiative is a grant from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation that funds organizations working to build strong, resilient California communities where all families can thrive.

The initiative supports partners addressing affordable and stable housing, access to clean air and water, climate resilience for low-resource communities, and equitable access to green space and outdoor environments. Typical awards range from $250,000 to $2 million. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits with a California focus.

Applications are accepted by letter of inquiry through the foundation's website; no fixed deadline is published. The Packard Foundation prioritizes partnerships with organizations serving low-income families and communities facing complex structural challenges.

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Since its inception, the Packard Foundation has been committed to investing locally in partnership with those working to help ensure that the promise and possibility of California is attainable for all. Our state is a global leader in business, innovation, and creativity, home to an incredibly diverse population, vibrant culture, and unparalleled natural beauty – but the challenges our communities face are more complex than ever.

We have a deepening housing crisis, the impacts of climate change threaten communities with limited resources, and many families don’t have access to clean air and water or green space to get outdoors safely. These challenges stand in the way of many families’ ability to build the lives they want.

Through our California Communities initiative, we support partners working across the state to bring about a future California where everyone can thrive, in which: Families have stable, affordable housing, so they can put down roots and be active in their communities; Everyone, regardless of income or zip code, has access to clean air and water and safe green spaces for recreation, so they can be healthier and build resilience to the effects of climate change; and Individuals and families have trusted local organizations they can turn to for support, resources, and a sense of community.

Our grantmaking is focused in Fresno, Monterey, San Benito, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties, building on decades of collaboration with leaders in these communities. We also pursue statewide opportunities to scale community-led solutions and ensure policies reflect the experiences of people and families across our state.

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